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Vows in a Time of Quarantine
Family ➤ August 20, 2020

Vows in a Time of Quarantine

Our rabbi was a seasoned pro for which my control issues were no match. He cautioned us to create a set of questions vs. something more drawn out. I now recognize — and appreciate — that he was trying to steer us clear of a simcha turned shonde — ie: a ceremony that lasts longer than 20 minutes.

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The 5 Worst Things About Getting Married
Family ➤ March 18, 2015

The 5 Worst Things About Getting Married

A lot has happened since the last time I published a post - most notably, I got married two weeks ago. I have no regrets about the amazing man I married, our beyond incredible and supportive families, and the future we will build together. That said - and you don't have to be planning a wedding to know this as a truth - planning a wedding can be a painful process. Things will go wrong, feelings will be hurt, and you'll be struggling to stay focused on the end result, the ultimate ROI: you'll soon be marrying your soulmate. While I compiled a list of 5 things that I found to be the antithesis of wedding-planning bliss, I'm sure there are many more that could qualify.

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Reflection ➤ February 10, 2011

AAA: Antimicrobial, Antibacterial, Antihistamine

Let’s be honest . . . sanity doesn’t suit me. Being normal, simple, and easy-to-please has never been by shtick, and likely never will be. Within a week of starting work at my current job,...

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Just a 30-something millennial, mom, marketer. Michigander turned New Yorker who shares quips, opinions, essays, and more.

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Food ➤ July 11, 2013

Aubergine Dreams: An Ode to Eggplant

Before Mark Bittman penned his praise for eggplant via the New York Times, I became acquainted with the fantastic fruit. Sometime after I lost interest in microwaving spaghetti squash, I picked up a beautiful Italian...

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Recipes ➤ August 19, 2018

Tofu Tales

My love for tofu has roots, and they run deep. The first time I tried it – pre-vegetarian days – was when I was in the 8th grade. I went to a local Thai restaurant...

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Recipes ➤ January 18, 2018

Garbanzo Glory

I love the garbanzo bean almost as much as I love eggplant. It’s versatile, easily accessible, healthy and hearty. At lunch with good friends in Astoria, I ordered chickpea soup as a vessel for warmth...

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